Trump orders deployment of troops to US city of Portland and ICE facilities
The city's Democratic mayor says there is no need for the US president to send federal forces.
Three dead in Arizona flooding as the Carolinas brace for possible hurricane
Flooding overwhelms town of Globe as North Carolina governor declares an emergency ahead of storm
At least three people died and others were believed missing after flooding in a rural community in Arizona, officials said on Saturday.
Meanwhile, in South Carolina, crews spent Saturday making preparations for an unnamed weather system that is forecast to approach that state’s coast as a hurricane early next week.
Continue reading...NoViolet Bulawayo wins the Best of Caine award
The Zimbabwean writer – who has been twice nominated for the Booker – won the Caine Prize for African Writing in 2011, with her story Hitting Budapest
Zimbabwean writer NoViolet Bulawayo has won the Best of Caine award, an honorary prize celebrating a story from past winners of the Caine Prize for African Writing, to mark its 25th anniversary. The prize was given for a short story praised by judges for its “powerful language, distinctive tone of voice, and bold, compelling storytelling”.
Hitting Budapest, which won the 2011 Caine prize, follows a group of six children who sneak from their shantytown, Paradise, into an affluent neighbourhood, Budapest, to steal guavas. First published in the Boston Review, it examines poverty, social and economic inequalities, and the dreams of children.
Continue reading...Putin preparing to attack another European country, Zelenskyy says – The Guardian
- Putin preparing to attack another European country, Zelenskyy says The Guardian
- Ukraine says Russia drone incursion part of pressure plan against West Reuters
- Zelenskyy says 92 Russian drones headed for Poland on 10 September Українська правда
- Zelensky Criticizes ‘Weak’ NATO Response to Russia Violations Newsweek
- Zelensky: NATO countries should have shot down Russian drones and jets Ukrinform
Airstrikes and gunfire kill at least 59 people in Gaza as pressure grows for ceasefire, hostage deal – AP News
- Airstrikes and gunfire kill at least 59 people in Gaza as pressure grows for ceasefire, hostage deal AP News
- Updates: Israel kills dozens in Gaza as war on enclave draws global outcry Al Jazeera
- Israel-Gaza live updates: IDF strikes 120 Gaza targets in past 24 hours ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- “On Our Way to Annihilation”: Al Jazeera’s Hani Mahmoud Reports Live from Outside Gaza City Democracy Now!
- Israeli Strike Kills Gazans Sheltering in Warehouse, Local Reports Say The New York Times
Yvette Cooper suggests international community on brink of Gaza peace deal
Exclusive: Foreign secretary says world has ‘reached moment’ it wants to end war after Donald Trump signals plan within reach
The international community is on the brink of securing a peace deal for Gaza that could finally bring an end to two years of conflict and a humanitarian crisis that has claimed thousands of lives, Yvette Cooper has suggested.
The new foreign secretary, who has just returned from a UN summit, said that they had “reached a moment where the world wants to end this war” after US president Donald Trump indicated a peace deal was within reach.
Continue reading...Berlin: Around 50,000 people demonstrate against Israel’s war in Gaza – Euronews.com
- Berlin: Around 50,000 people demonstrate against Israel's war in Gaza Euronews.com
- Tens of thousands protest in Berlin and call for end to the Israel-Hamas war AP News
- 'Never Again for Everyone': 100,000 Estimated at Berlin Protest Against Gaza War Haaretz
- Anti-war: Germany's new peace movement gains momentum DW
- A socialist perspective in the struggle against genocide and world war World Socialist Web Site
At least 31 dead, over 50 injured at Indian actor-politician Vijay’s rally
Vijay, who is a well-known actor and goes by only one name, launched a political party last year.
India vs Pakistan: Attention must return to cricket in Asia Cup 2025 final
As India and Pakistan meet in the final, cricket players and fans are urged to let the bat and ball do the talking.
What’s behind Microsoft’s canceling of some services to Israel’s military?
An investigation found that Israel spied on millions of Palestinians using Microsoft's technology.
At least 40 dead and 124 injured in crush at Vijay rally in India
Victims include nine children at election campaign gathering in Tamil Nadu led by popular actor and politician
Police in India have opened a criminal case against the leaders of a party headed by the actor turned politician Vijay, after a crowd crush at one of his rallies killed 40 people and injured at least 124 others.
Local officials reported that at least nine children had died at the rally, which took place on Saturday night in the Karur district of Tamil Nadu state in southern India. Vijay, one of the most popular and successful actors in Tamil cinema, who entered politics last year, was addressing the crowd for his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party before state elections early next year.
Continue reading...FBI fires agents pictured kneeling at George Floyd protest, US media report
The FBI Agents Association says the terminations - not yet confirmed by the bureau - violate the agents' rights.
Russia will give ‘decisive response’ if provoked by West, says Lavrov
The Russian foreign minister made the comment in an address to the United Nations General Assembly on Saturday.
Nasrallah’s final days in bunker built with Iranian tech – The Jerusalem Post
- Nasrallah's final days in bunker built with Iranian tech The Jerusalem Post
- Analysis: After war with Israel, how is Lebanon’s Hezbollah regrouping? Al Jazeera
- Nasrallah’s son says Hezbollah leader spent final days enraged by Israeli pager strike The Times of Israel
- A year after losing its longtime leader, Hezbollah is beginning to regroup AP News
- Hezbollah marks year since Israel killed veteran leader Nasrallah Reuters
FBI arrest man who allegedly threatened to shoot people at Texas Pride parade
Suspect Joshua Cole allegedly used a Facebook account to threaten revenge for murder of Charlie Kirk
Federal authorities in Texas have arrested a man for allegedly threatening to shoot people at a pro-LGBTQ+ parade, to avenge the murder of Charlie Kirk.
According to court documents viewed by the Guardian, on 18 September, the FBI’s field office in Dallas was notified by Abilene, Texas, police about online threats from a local resident.
Continue reading...Israeli strikes kill dozens in Gaza including civilians seeking aid, health workers say
Israel is continuing its offensive against Hamas, after PM Benjamin Netanyahu told the UN Israel “must finish the job” in Gaza.
Israeli strikes kill dozens in Gaza including civilians seeking aid, health workers say
Israel is continuing its offensive against Hamas, after PM Benjamin Netanyahu told the UN Israel “must finish the job” in Gaza.
Family of British couple held in Iran say their health is deteriorating in prison
Son of Lindsay Foreman expresses ‘real concerns’ after mother put on drip and stepfather, Craig, ‘constantly ill’
The family of Lindsay and Craig Foreman, a British couple detained in Iran on espionage charges, have said their health is deteriorating in prison.
The pair, both 52 and who previously split their time between Spain and England, were seized in Kerman, central Iran, and taken into custody in January while on an around-the-world motorcycle tour.
Continue reading...Fact check: Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s speech at the UNGA
Netanyahu faces diplomatic isolation at the United Nations General Assembly.
Atletico thrash Real Madrid 5-2 in thrilling derby as Alvarez grabs brace
Julian Alvarez scores twice as Atletico came from behind to inflict a first defeat of the season on city rivals Real.